Legendary Pizza Dough Recipe
“This amazing pizza dough has a remarkable crunch that surprises your guests and family every time you have them over.”
Naomi Shoushan
Original Recipe Author
The art of mastering pizza dough isn’t simple. However, with the help of a great recipe and a bit of training, the results can be extraordinary.
Although it’s an easier option to buy ready-made pizza dough, it’s hard to have the same experience the delicious homemade crust provides.
So, next time you crave a cheesy slice of pizza, take the time to try this recipe. Once you give it a go, especially with your favorite toppings, you can never go back.
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Equipment
Ingredients
Dough:
- 1 lb. all-purpose flour (sifted (500 g))
- 1 tablespoon dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1¼ cups lukewarm water
- 1 teaspoon salt
Sauce:
- 2 tomatoes (grated)
- 2 small cans of tomato paste
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- 1 teaspoon pizza seasoning (if you don’t have it, you can use oregano or dry basil)
- Some salt
- 3-4 tablespoons olive oil
Topping:
- Shredded cheese
- Your favorite toppings
Instructions
Dough:
- Dissolve the dry yeast and sugar in a quarter cup of warm water
- Stir and allow to sit for at least five minutes until the mixture begins to bubble
- Mix all the dough ingredients using the food processor except for the salt (add it at the end)
- Lightly dust some flour over your working surface
- Knead the dough for approximately five minutes
- Keep kneading until the dough bounces back when you poke it with your finger
- Transfer the dough to a greased large bowl and cover it with a kitchen towel
- Allow the dough to rise for about 40 minutes at room temperature
Sauce:
- Sautee the minced garlic with the olive oil in a medium pot
- Add the rest of the ingredients and stir until it starts bubbling
- Let simmer over low heat for five minutes
- Season to taste
Assembly and Baking:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C)
- Flatten the dough over a floured surface
- Spread the sauce all over it
- Add your preferred toppings
- Top it with a generous amount of shredded cheese
- Bake for about 20 minutes until golden and crispy
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